UIS Prairie Stars

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As Prairie Stars, we enjoy every day; mindful that we are here to learn, work, play and win. We challenge ourselves and draw strength from each other in a sustained effort to become champions in the classroom and competition. We actively collaborate with our campus and community through the sharing of expertise and resources in advancing strategic partnerships that benefit the larger community. We hold ourselves and others to the highest standard of civility, dignity and compassion while embracing the principles of equality and inclusion.

Sport Clubs

Campus Recreation oversees all Sport Club operations on campus by providing guidance and financial assistance. Below is a current list of available sport clubs.

  • Volleyball
  • Esports

Intramurals

Intramural sports are structured individual, dual and team sport competitive activities scheduled for Rec Members with a valid UIS I-card. Campus Recreation utilizes IMLeagues to manage its Intramural Program.

Outdoor Adventures

Campus Recreation developed an Outdoor Adventure program to provide an enjoyable, challenging, meaningful and educational experience that will allow individuals and groups to learn the skills necessary for survival and safety in the outdoors as well as develop an appreciation for the environment. Outdoor Adventure trips are led by experienced trip leaders and are open to students and recreation members.

students canoeing

Events

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UIS Men's Basketball vs LewisStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball at Southwest Baptist
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UIS Men's Basketball at Southwest Baptist
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UIS Women's Basketball at McKendree
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UIS Men's Basketball at McKendree
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UIS Women's Basketball at Rockhurst

News

Team Academic All-GLVC, white and gold accents
Jun 23, 2025
All UIS Teams Earn GLVC Team Academic Award in 2024-25
For the first time in program history, all 15 UIS athletic teams have earned the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) Team Academic All-Conference Award. The…
Liam Boyle, Business Administrative Associate
Jun 23, 2025
Liam Boyle Joins UIS Athletics Staff as Business Administrative Associate
The UIS athletic department has announced the hiring of Liam Boyle as its new business administrative associate. Boyle comes to UIS from Salem University in…
Mike Hermann's Notes From the Prairie
Jun 16, 2025
Notes From the Prairie
Dear Prairie Star Nation,   As I reach the one-year mark since I joined the UIS team on June 16, 2024, I wanted to share some thoughts on the first year and…
Zach Jadzak Assistant men's Basketball Coach
Jun 13, 2025
Zack Jadzak Named UIS Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach
The UIS men's basketball program has announced the hiring of Zack Jadzak as an assistant coach for the 2025-26 season. Jadzak brings a wealth of experience…
Mark Kattula, Mack Clark, and Adam Lindsey, CSC Academic All-District
Jun 11, 2025
Three Prairie Stars Earn CSC Academic All-District Honors in Baseball
The College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District baseball teams have been announced, with three Prairie Stars earning the honor for their combined…
Softball CSC Academic All-District
Jun 10, 2025
Five from UIS Softball Named CSC Academic All-District
The College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District softball teams have been announced, with five Prairie Stars earning the honor for their combined…
5K runners taking off from start line
Jun 09, 2025
Superhero Hustle 5K Set for June 28; UIS Soccer a Beneficiary
The Superhero Hustle 5K, hosted by Downtown Kiwanis and presented by Springfield Clinic, is set for Saturday, June 28, at Scheels in Springfield. Proceeds…
Mark DeCicco pitching in GLVC tournament
Jun 03, 2025
Mark DeCicco Named Jimmy John’s Athlete of the Month for May
Prairie Stars pitcher Mark DeCicco has been named the Jimmy John's Athlete of the Month for May, following a pair of standout performances that capped off a…